Hyundai Venue vs Kia Sonet – Compact SUV segment has become the hottest ground in the Indian market today. Every brand here is putting its full strength. In this bout, two names are repeatedly Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Both cars are built on almost the same platform, the features are also similar, but still both have different identities.
Design and Road Presence
New Hyundai Venue boasts a sleek and modern look. Its front grille, sharp LED DRLs, and compact stance make it a city-friendly SUV. The Kia Sonet, on the other hand, looks a bit bolder and sportier. Its tiger-nose grille and sharp headlamps command more attention on the road.
If you prefer a simple and elegant design, the Venue will suit you. However, if you’re looking for style and sharpness, the Sonet has a slight edge.
Interior and Features
Venue’s cabin is practical and clean designed. It features features such as a large touchscreen, digital instrument cluster and wireless connectivity.
The interior of the Sonet gives a slightly more premium feel. It features features such as a large curved display setup, ventilated seats, and a 360-degree camera. Connected car technology exists in both SUVs. If you look at the feature list carefully, Sonet feels slightly more take-loaded.
Engine
Talking about engines, both SUVs come with petrol and diesel engine options. The Venue offers 1.2-liter petrol, 1.0-liter turbo petrol and 1.5-liter diesel engines. Sonet also offers almost the same engine options, including turbo petrol and diesel.
Both are smooth and balanced in terms of driving experience. Turbo petrol variants provide good performance for both the city and the highway. If driving requires a slightly sporty feel, the Sonet’s turbo variant may look more fun.
Comfort and space
Venue’s cabin is comfortable and two adults can easily sit on the back seat. Sonet also has good space, but there is not much difference between the two. Boot space is also almost equal, which is sufficient for everyday use. Both SUVs are a good choice for the small family.
Safety
Both the Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet offer features like multiple airbags, ABS, ESC, and ADAS. The availability of Level-1 ADAS features in the Sonet makes it unique in its segment. Hyundai has a robust service network, while Kia is rapidly expanding its network.
Price
Venue and Sonet prices fall in almost the same range. Price varies from base variant to top model according to features. Venue offers slightly affordable starting options, while Sonet offers more features in the top variants. The decision here depends on which variant you choose.
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